Broker Dealers
Read about the industry's top broker-dealers, including news, analysis, commentaries and more.
M&A activity among insurance agencies hits 8-year high
By The LifeHealthPro EditorsInsurance agency valuations are now near their peak, as strong buyer interest has boosted prices of acquisition targets.
September 06, 2016
Remembering September 11: Brian MurphyExecutive Director of Lion Street Brian Murphy on the feeling of helplessness after the attacks.
September 06, 2016
Remembering September 11: Ralph DeVitoThe Investment Center President Ralph DeVito remembers the confusion of that day.
September 06, 2016
Raymond James Wraps Up Purchase of Alex. BrownThe 193 wealth advisors at the boutique firm are now on the parent firm's platform, according to the head of the new unit.
September 06, 2016
Goldman Sachs Bans Partners From Giving to Certain CandidatesThe restrictions affect donations to Trump-Pence GOP ticket; Wall Street firm says it is seeking to avoid reputational risk.
September 02, 2016
2016 Broker-Dealers of the Year: Ralph DeVito on Culture and FocusThe winner in Division II shares the firm's sole focus reps.
September 02, 2016
2016 Broker-Dealers of the Year: Lon Dolber on Knowing What Advisors NeedThe president and CEO of American Portfolios, Lon Dolber, still has a book of business, which gives him valuable perspective on what advisors are dealing with day to day.
September 02, 2016
2016 Broker-Dealers of the Year: Brian Murphy on the Value of a Broad StrategyA vertical business isn't the best way to serve advisors and their clients, according to Brian Murphy of Lion Street Financial.